In a historic move signaling progress in gender equality, Liechtenstein has amended its succession laws to allow women to ascend the throne. The principality, one of Europe’s last monarchies to enforce male-preference primogeniture, announced the legal reform earlier this week, marking a significant shift in its centuries-old tradition. This landmark decision aligns Liechtenstein with modern constitutional monarchies worldwide and opens the door for Crown Princess Alexandra to become the country’s first reigning female sovereign. The New York Times explores the implications of this change for the nation and its royal family.
In a landmark decision, Liechtenstein has amended its succession laws, paving the way for female heirs to ascend the throne for the first time in the nation’s history. This historic move eliminates the traditional male-preference primogeniture system, ensuring that the eldest child, regardless of gender, can inherit the princely title. The…
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Author : Caleb Wilson
Publish date : 2026-10-03 00:15:00
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